158 men from A Company managed to hold off an attack by thousands of mercenaries in 1961
Just one Irish Army officer who was involved in the Siege of Jadotville in the Congo 60 years ago has been recommended for a medal of gallantry.
An independent review group has concluded commanding officer of 35th Batallion A Company, Colonel Pat Quinlan, should receive the award.
The 158 men from A Company managed to hold off an attack by thousands of mercenaries in 1961 on a UN peacekeeping mission.
Disappointed to read the recommendations of the Jadotville report today.
— Cathal Berry (@BerryCathal) July 15, 2021
Devastated for the veterans & families involved, and for all those who campaigned so fiercely over the years.
Minister addressing the Seanad at 7:45pm this evening on the matter.@GCraughwell pic.twitter.com/i6z1iQTFzS
They suffered no fatalities and inflicted a large number of casualties on the enemy before being forced to surrender.
The report notes the lack of support and recognition for their bravery when the men returned to Ireland.
The review recommended that Colonel Pat Quinlan, the commanding officer, should receive the Distinguished Service Medal but the 33 men from A Company, 35th Batallion should not. https://t.co/St5xuUYGgu
— The Irish Times (@IrishTimes) July 15, 2021
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